Cycle Routes in North Rhine-Westphalia
Welcome to Germany’s number one cycling state!
Welcome to Germany’s number one cycling state!
Metropolitan flair, tranquil countryside and historic villages
This circular cycle route not only connects the Rhine, Ahr and Erft rivers, it also juxtaposes large cities with historic villages, and Ro-man remains with knight’s castles.
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Read moreThe entire length of the Eder from the source in the Rothaargebirge
With no major ascents, the River Eder Cycle Path is ideal for families and leisure cyclists.
Level of difficulty: easy
Read moreDiscovering the history of the Ruhr Area by bike
Discovering the Ruhr Area by bike: the Industrial Heritage Trail links outstanding attractions, such as the Gasometer, Zollverein Coal Mine and Landscape Park Duisburg North.
Level of difficulty: easy
Read moreFrom idyllic landscapes to industrial heritage
From industrial heritage and vibrant cities to idyllic nature and half-timbered houses: the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path passes many different towns on its way through Sauerland and the Ruhr Area.
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Read moreActive travel between the Eifel and Rhine regions
The Ahr cycle route winds its way over 80 kilometres through one of the most beautiful vineyard regions in the country, and is a good destination for a sporty day trip with a a relaxing glass of wine to finish the tour.
Read moreThe circular route links interesting sites from the 17th and 18th centuries.
A cycle path for history buffs: this circular route follows the tracks of 17th and 18th century Westphalian salesmen.
Level of difficulty: easy
Read moreOn the tracks of the Balkan Express railway
A convenient way to see the sights: the Balkantrasse leads cyclists to the Rhine lowlands along a disused railway line.
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Read moreHeathland, bird sanctuaries, monastic culture and a railway viaduct
The 250 kilometre Paderborner-Land-Route (Paderborner Land Route) cycle path takes in impressive natural landscapes, major historic sites and interesting cultural attractions, mainly on quiet roads.
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Read moreCycling through Sauerland on disused railway lines
Cycling on disused railway lines through the “Land of 1000 Mountains”. A wealth of attractions await active cyclists on this circular route.
Level of difficulty: intermediate
Read moreThe longest network of cycle paths in Germany covers easy, flat terrain
The Lower Rhine region has Germany’s longest network of cycle paths: on the Lower Rhine Route, cyclists ride across Rhine dikes on flat, tarmacked paths.
Level of difficulty: easy
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